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Ready to learn Python programming? Are you new to programming with Python? Do you need a solid introduction to the fundamental concepts? You've found it in PYTHON PROGRAMMING FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER, THIRD EDITION. As part of the for the absolute beginner series” developed by computer science instructors exclusively for Course Technology PTR, this book will teach you the basics of Python programming through simple game creation. You can then take the skills you learn and use them for more practical Python programming applications and real-world programming scenarios. Better still, by the time you finish this book you will be able to apply the basic principles you've learned to the next programming language you tackle.

Introduction

Getting Started: The Game Over Program

Types, Variables, and Simple I/O: The Useless Trivia Program

Branching, while Loops, and Program Planning: The Guess My Number Game